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# point to prove

Last year
2022
Connolly: I’ve made so-called mistakes, but I’m ready to focus on football
The forward has explained why he was keen to link up with the Ireland U21s as he looks to rejuvenate his career.
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Sep 21st 2022, 12:27 PM
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Connacht's great entertainers braced for a Leinster backlash
The hosts have welcomed back a host of internationals while Andy Friend’s side are looking to continue their strong form.
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Dec 3rd 2021, 6:15 AM
'No tickets have been punched for that plane yet, so everything is to play for'
After Ireland’s shock defeat to Spain, captain Ciara Griffin says the squad are determined to give a better account of themselves against Italy.
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Sep 18th 2021, 5:05 PM
Henshaw, Hogg, and Alun Wyn Jones out to prove points for the Lions
The trio return from injury and isolation against the Stormers on Saturday.
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Jul 15th 2021, 6:00 PM
Message from Ireland camp clear: prove your point in European games first
Many supporters were hoping to see 21-year-old halfbacks Craig Casey and Harry Byrne called up.
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Nov 24th 2020, 8:00 PM
Ben Davies fires out warning shot to Ireland ahead of Sunday's derby
Wales are seeking to bounce back after losing 3-0 to England at Wembley last night.
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Oct 9th 2020, 11:54 AM
Paul Pogba, the €105 million wonderkid, shows the trait he is often accused of lacking - character
Since his record-breaking move to Manchester United, the France star has been faced with great expectations.
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Jul 15th 2018, 9:55 PM
Munster's Scannell sprung into starting role to salvage frustrating season
The Cork man was only called up after Rory Best’s injury but now finds himself in the starting XV.
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Jun 16th 2018, 1:00 AM
Toure will join a rival for £1 per week to prove Guardiola wrong, agent claims
The midfielder feels he has a point to prove after leaving Man City.
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Jun 5th 2018, 10:34 PM
'It is tough': O'Loughlin trying to put Six Nations omission to one side
The centre starts for Leinster against Edinburgh in the Pro14 tonight.
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Feb 9th 2018, 4:43 PM
'Concerned' Paul Redmond is still unsure about his UFC future
The featherweight is keen to fight at UFC Dublin.
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Aug 4th 2015, 8:46 PM
Munster's meagre Six Nations representation not Leinster's problem
Blues forwards coach Jono Gibbes is not buying attempts to ramp up Saturday’s interpro as a grudge match for overlooked players.
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Mar 25th 2014, 7:00 AM
'I thought it was easy in my first season' - Sexton hungry for trophy success
The Ireland out-half is excited about the challenge that awaits against Owen Farrell’s England at Twickenham.
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Feb 11th 2014, 7:15 AM
5 Irish players with a point to prove against Poland
With their first competitive fixture still some distance away, players such as Shane Long will be hoping to establish themselves in Martin O’Neill’s side.
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Nov 18th 2013, 8:30 AM
Big talk: Ferris brands English 'bad losers'
Stephen Ferris is the latest to stoke the flames ahead of Saturday’s visit to Twickenham.
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Mar 14th 2012, 11:19 AM